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North Georgia State Fair Tickets

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Marietta, GA

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About North Georgia State Fair

The North Georgia State Fair takes place at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, a sprawling, multi‑purpose venue famed for hosting Atlanta’s largest fair. With a mid‑way, a covered arena for grandstand and activities, and multiple petting barns, the fair draws 300,000+ attendees each year. We’ve got you covered with essential details to help you plan an easy, no‑hassle visit—from seating and parking to transit and nearby stays and bites. Secure your seats and make the most of a classic Georgia fair experience.

Venue: Jim R. Miller Park, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta, GA 30008. The park features the on‑site Event Center, a large Midway, and a Covered Arena used for fair activities, including grandstand shows and attractions like freestyle motocross and monster trucks.

Accessibility and convenience matter when you’re navigating a big event. The North Georgia State Fair offers free parking for the 2025 season, with shuttles from the Cobb Safety Village and a dedicated Uber/Lyft pickup zone to simplify arrivals and departures. Transit options include daily shuttles from KSU Big Owl buses to the fair, with Uber/Lyft drop‑offs at Safety Village for a straightforward start. If you’re staying nearby, consider the Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Marietta or Holiday Inn Express Marietta‑Atlanta Northwest for comfortable stays within quick reach of I‑75 and Marietta’s dining scene. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner hotels and nearby eateries to help you plan ahead. Whether you’re here for grandstand shows, the Great James H. Drew Exposition midway, or the petting barns, you’ll find practical tips and trusted local recommendations right here.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue: Jim R. Miller Park, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta, GA 30008; a multi‑purpose park with an on‑site Event Center, a large Midway, and a Covered Arena used for fair activities.
  • Attendance: The fair attracts about 300,000+ attendees each year (largest fair in metro Atlanta).
  • Seating: Covered Arena bleacher seating listed at 3,500; event maps reference the Carriage Kia Grandstand as a seating/ viewing element for Grandstand events.
  • Parking: Parking plans have historically included designated lots with traffic control; 2025 communications noted free parking for the fair, with shuttles from the Cobb Safety Village and a dedicated Uber/Lyft pickup zone.
  • Transit: Shuttle service from Cobb Safety Village to the front gate; KSU Big Owl buses used for daily shuttle service; Uber/Lyft drop-off at Safety Village.
  • Nearby hotels: Examples include Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Marietta (3045 Windy Hill Rd, near I‑75), Holiday Inn Express Marietta‑Atlanta Northwest (1250 Franklin Gateway, near I‑75), and other Marietta-area hotels.
  • Notable events hosted: The fair features two petting barns, free attractions, a major midway (Great James H. Drew Exposition), grandstand shows, and attractions like freestyle motocross and monster trucks.
  • Renamed/demolished note: The venue remains Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta; no demolition or renaming of the park itself is indicated in current sources.